Dr. Bartalos was born and raised in Kansas City. After attending undergraduate college at DePauw University, Dr. Bartalos went to Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences for his medical degree. He then completed a residency in Internal Medicine at The University of Missouri and went on to finish his fellowship in Gastroenterology. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.

His area of special interest is in inflammatory bowel disease. He enjoys having opportunities to teach medical students and residents at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences as an opportunity to mentor others in their medical career. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, horseback riding and most importantly, time with his family.